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Look: Jeon Somi, LE SSERAFIM’s Yunjin, aespa’s Winter and Giselle Show Off Adorable Friendship

Giselle, Winter, Yunjin, and Somi bonded over TikTok dance challenges. Credit: Twitter/aespa

K-pop fans were sent into a frenzy when idols Jeon Somi, Huh Yunjin of LE SSERAFIM, and aespa members Winter and Giselle showcased their close bond, treating fans to a delightful glimpse into their off-stage camaraderie.

In a series of TikTok videos, the quartet, donned in comfy sweatpants and hoodies, decided to share their joy with fans by creating some entertaining TikTok content together. Moreover, it appeared like Yunjin, Winter, and Giselle paid Jeon Somi a visit in her house. 

Notably, the TikTok series featured the four idols engaging in various enjoyable activities, from dancing under a simulated “disco light” to sharing tight embraces that radiated warmth and genuine affection.

To the delight of fans, the group also took on TikTok challenges related to each artist’s respective songs:  LE SSERAFIM‘s “Perfect Night,” Somi’s “Fast Forward,” and aespa’s “Drama.” 

For the “Perfect Night” challenge, Yunjin, Giselle, Winter, and Somi gathered around, sat down, and danced along. Not only did they showcase their dance prowess but also their seamless synchronization as a group.

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As for Somi’s “Fast Forward” challenge, the friends added a touch of fun with lighting effects and karaoke microphones. Instead of the usual simple dance challenge, the quartet turned it into a vibrant celebration of friendship.

Then for aespa‘s “Drama,” Yunjin and Giselle took the lead, while Somi and Winter made occasional appearances.  Notably, it added an element of surprise and playfulness to the performance.

Fans delighted by Somi, Yunjin, Winter, and Giselle’s friendship 

Following the series of TikToks, fans of each artist were  left overjoyed, noting that it’s not often that they get to see a genuine bond among K-pop stars. Unsurprisingly, it also left fans eager for more glimpses into their bond. Some were also curious as to how they became close. 

Many fans also couldn’t help but express their admiration for the four idols, emphasizing how cute and endearing their friendship appeared. Meanwhile, others also hoped that this won’t be the last time they witness these talented artists coming together to share their joy and friendship with the world.

Featured image: Giselle, Winter, Yunjin, and Somi bonded over TikTok dance challenges. Credit: Twitter/aespa

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aespa Surpasses 1M 1st-Week Sales With ‘Drama’

aespa is proving that they can churn out truly successful albums. Their latest album ‘Drama’ has just surpassed over 1 million in 1st-week sales. It is the third album from the girl group to achieve the amazing feat!

‘Drama’ Becomes aespa’s Third Album to Surpass 1Million 1st-Week Sales

aespa has achieved another remarkable milestone as they return with their latest mini-album ‘Drama’. According to Hanteo Chart’s official announcement on November 17, the album has sold an impressive total of 1,130,379 copies in its first week of release (November 10 to 16).

The accomplishment marks aespa as the first female artist in Hanteo history to achieve over 1 million copies in the first week for three different albums. Prior to ‘Drama’, aespa surpassed the 1 million first-week sales mark with their previous mini-album ‘MY WORLD’ and their 2022 release ‘Girls’.

The success of ‘Drama’ extends beyond South Korea, making an impact on music charts in China. The album secured the top spot on both QQ Music’s and KuGou Music’s digital album sales charts. Additionally, the title track of the album ‘Drama’ reached No. 1 on QQ Music’s music video chart and rising chart.

The historic achievement solidifies aespa’s status as a “million-seller” and underlines their popularity and impact in the music industry. The group continues to make significant strides not only in their home country but also in international markets, showcasing their global appeal and influence.

In celebration of their 3rd anniversary, aespa hosted the ‘My Drama’ fan meeting on November 17 at Kyung Hee University at 8 PM KST. The event, titled after their latest mini-album ‘Drama’, provided an opportunity for the group to connect with fans and express their gratitude. The fan meeting was not limited to an in-person audience, as it was also accessible online through Beyond LIVE, allowing global fans to join in the celebration and share the special moments with aespa

Congratulations to aespa on this impressive feat, marking another chapter in their successful career.

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aespa’s Karina Apologizes for Ignoring Text Messages from ITZY’s Yeji

One of the best things about being an idol is interacting with other artists and building friendships with them. That’s one thing that Karina has learned ever since she debuted with aespa. However, maintaining a relationship with fellow idols is not as easy as it seems. Karina just issued an apology to ITZY member Yeji for failing to respond to her text messages!

Karina Apologizes for Ignoring Yeji’s Text Messages

aespa was recently a guest on the MBC radio program ‘Kim Shin Young’s Noon Song of Hope’ where the group promoted their latest album ‘Drama’. During their appearance, the host asked if they had made friends with other idols and Karina admitted that she became friends with ITZY members Yeji and Ryujin.

“We used waiting rooms right next to each other, but we could hear each other and everything we said, so I wanted to become friends with them,” Karina said. “But I am extremely introverted so I would be conscious of them and was unable to talk to them first.”

Luckily, the ITZY members were the ones who reached out to Karina first.

“During this time, the ITZY members got the courage to approach me first by buying us watermelon juice, and told us ‘we want to become friends with you’. That’s how we became friends,” Karina said.

Although it’s great news for MYs and MIDZYs, Karina also revealed that she struggles to stay in contact with her new friends. She then took the chance to issue an apology to Yeji, who had been sending several unanswered text messages.

“I am only fast in replying to my team members, so I don’t reply to Yeji promptly. I want to use this opportunity to apologize to her,” Karina said.

Hopefully, Yeji sees Karina’s apology and understands how busy her new friend is!

aespa is currently promoting their new album ‘Drama’ and the title track of the same name.

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aespa Winter’s Latest Fancam Draws Snow White Comparisons

There is little doubt that Winter is truly stunning and the aespa member regularly has netizens enchanted with her gorgeous visuals. So it’s no surprise that the idol’s latest fancam is drawing comparisons to Snow White.

aespa’s Winter Draws Snow White Comparisons in Gorgeous Fancam

Shortly following aespa’s electrifying stage performance on MBC’s “Music Core”, a fancam featuring Winter took the internet by storm. Winter’s striking presence left netizens utterly captivated, and her flawless skin and mesmerizing beauty were nothing short of awe-inspiring.

With her vibrant, voluminous red hair and an immaculate complexion, Winter showcased an irresistible combination of stage charisma and natural allure. Her performance not only wowed with its talent but also garnered immense attention due to her enchanting beauty. Netizens and fans alike were left utterly speechless, basking in Winter’s radiant presence and undeniable star quality.

In related news, Winter has been revealed as aespa’s representative in the highly-anticipated collaborative project with (G)I-DLE and IVE. The ambitious joint venture will also unite talents from three prominent 4th generation girl groups: Soyeon from (G)I-DLE, Winter from aespa, and Liz from IVE. They will perform a new single “Nobody”.

The collaborative single, titled “Nobody,” is set for release on November 16 at 6 PM KST. This special project is part of a broader initiative to support Busan’s bid to host the ‘2030 World Expo’, emphasizing South Korea’s commitment to securing this prestigious global event. The combination of these three powerhouse talents also promises an exciting and memorable musical experience for fans of all three girl groups.

The forthcoming collaboration, titled “Nobody,” will be produced by El Capitxn and feature heartfelt lyrics crafted by the esteemed songwriter Seo Ji Eum. Fans are also highly anticipating this release, eager to witness the distinctive styles of these representatives converge on the track. The collaborative single is finally set to drop next week.

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(G)I-DLE’s Soyeon, IVE’s Liz, and aespa’s Winter to Collaborate on ‘Nobody’

Soyeon, Liz, and Winter are collaborating for the track 'Nobody'. Credit: Twitter/(G)I-DLE, IVE, aespa

Girl power! Members of K-pop girl groups (G)I-DLE, aespa, and IVE are joining forces for the collaborative track “Nobody.” 

On Monday, November 6, M:USB announced a powerhouse collaboration among three leading fourth generation K-pop girl groups.

Since then, they’ve been unveiling the representatives from each group who will be part of the highly-anticipated unit. 

On Saturday, November 11, aespa’s Winter was revealed to be the final member included in the lineup. She’ll be joining Soyeon from (G)I-DLE and IVE’s Liz. Both were confirmed to take part in the collaboration days prior. 

According to Dispatch, “Nobody” will be helmed by popular local and international composers, including HYBE’s renowned producer El Captxn and lyricist Seo Ji-eum.

For those who are unfamiliar, El Capitxn is famed for his works with BTS and TOMORROW X TOGETHER. Meanwhile, Seo Ji-eum has previously worked with Red Velvet and NCT 127. 

“This is a collaboration that breaks existing conventions and forms. With the participation of artists, composers, lyricists, and staff members who all represent K-pop, it will be a special gift for global music fans,” the team behind the collaborative track said in a press release.

Moreover, the special project aims to contribute in the efforts to support the hosting of the World Expo 2030 in Busan. “Nobody” will be released on November 16. 

Ready for ‘Nobody’? 

While this is a collaboration many fans didn’t see coming, majority of them consider it as a pleasant surprise. Following the announcement, K-pop fans have expressed their excitement on how the track will come to be as it will be a representation of the best of the fourth generation girl groups. 

First introduced in the collaborative project was Soyeon, leader and producer of (G)I-DLE. Known for her dynamic stage presence, impressive rap skills, and lyrical prowess, she’s expected to add a layer of intensity to the track. 

Next is IVE’s Liz, who’s expected to contribute a unique vocal color in the song. 

Lastly, aespa’s Winter, known for her clear and crisp tone, will showcase her versatility in the project. 

Given how talented these idols are, fans are eagerly awaiting how they’ll create a harmonious synergy that will translate flawlessly to the track! Are you excited for their collaborative project, too?

Featured image: Soyeon, Liz, and Winter are collaborating for the track ‘Nobody’. Credit: Twitter/(G)I-DLE, IVE, aespa

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aespa’s Karina Seemingly Shades Other Girl Groups for Infighting

Karina recently spoke about the relationship she shares with the three other members of aespa in a high-profile interview. However, netizens believe that the idol’s comments threw some shade at other girl groups!

Karina Discusses Her Relationship with Other Aespa Members

In the latest episode of Rolling Stone‘s “Musicians on Musicians” video series, aespa and international artist Grimes interviewed each other. At one point, Grimes asked Karina about working with three other members.

“How is it like working with all four of you and negotiating and all that?” the Canadian singer asked. “In many ways, it’s great but every time I do have a creative partner, it is so fulfilling, but sometimes you fight.”

Interestingly, Karina pointed out that she considers the other aespa members as family and that they naturally get along well.

“Even though all four of us have different personalities, I think we come together well. And we just get along well as people,” she said. “And because we understand each other well, even without saying anything, we also work well together.”

Karina then continued by sharing how other idols tend to fight with their members. Although she didn’t specify any names, many believe she was referring to other girl groups.

“Honestly, if you look at other K-pop groups, people fight a lot, and there are a lot of teams that don’t work well together. But even from the beginning, we didn’t have those issues,” she said. “And if a conflict arises, we try to resolve it immediately. So I think we’re able to work well without any issues.”

It’s an interesting comment but not exactly fresh news. After all, disagreements are natural in any group of people who must work together to achieve a goal. If anything, Karina’s comments confirmed that the members of aespa learned to accept each other’s personalities and worked out their differences.

aespa is currently preparing for their fourth EP ‘Drama’ which is set for release on November 10, 2023.

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aespa Confirms Special Fan Event ‘My Drama’ for 3rd Debut Anniversary Celebration

aespa is gearing up for their third debut anniversary, and what better way to celebrate than with their fans? The girl group has just confirmed a special fan event will take place next month and not surprisingly, they have exciting plans in store for their devoted MYs.

aespa Announces Special Fan Event Next Month

On October 19, it was confirmed that the group will host the “2023 aespa FAN MEETING ‘MY DRAMA'” on November 17 at the Kyung Hee University Peace Hall in Seoul, commencing at 8 PM. Celebrating their debut anniversary on this very date adds an extra layer of significance to the event. It’s an opportunity to reflect on the shared history of aespa and their fan club MY, as well as to co-create new “drama” for the future. Needless to say, the special fan event promises a close and engaging interaction between the group and their fans.

aespa intends to delight their fans with a range of segments, including live renditions of their hit songs and new tracks, interactive talk sessions, and entertaining games that highlight the group’s unique qualities.

For those eager to attend this fan meeting, ticket reservations will be available through Ticketlink. Fan club pre-sales are scheduled to commence on October 31 at 8 PM, while general ticket sales will open on November 2 at 8 PM.

Moreover, to add to the excitement, aespa’s fourth mini-album ‘Drama’ will be released on various music platforms at 2 PM on November 10, 2023. The group is also making sure to shower their fans with memorable events and gifts as they approach this significant milestone in their journey.

In related news, aespa has just released the single “Zoom Zoom”. The single served as the ending theme song for the “Beyblade X” anime. Prior to that, the girl group was also promoting their single “We Go” which served as the opening theme song for the Korean edition of the “Pokémon: Liko and Roy’s Departure” anime.

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Look: aespa to Return With ‘Drama’ in November

aespa shares photo from filming 'Better Things.' Credit: Facebook/aespa

Save the date, MYs! K-pop girl group aespa is returning with new album titled Drama in November. 

On Wednesday, October 11, the quartet released the first teaser for their fourth mini-album Drama. 

In the 19-second “INTRO” teaser, the shot opened with the members walking on what appears to be an abandoned building. Then, the shot changed to a hand picking up a miniature car toy. 

According to the press release from SM Entertainment, Drama will include six songs encompassing a variety of genres. Notably, the title track will be of the same name as the album. 

Moreover, SM Entertainment teased fans that aespa will “showcase more mature vocal charms and musical colors” in the upcoming album. 

MYs’ excitement for ‘Drama’ 

Drama will serve as aespa’s comeback in five months. 

Previously, the quartet released their third EP My World in May, which carries the title track “Spicy.” Said album recorded over 1.37 million sales on the first day of its release and 1.69 million in the first week. Which made it the highest-selling K-pop girl group album in the first week of its release. 

Given this feat, SM Entertainment shared that the group is looking forward to setting a new record for their upcoming release. 

“With the overwhelming popularity of the prior album’s title track, ‘Spicy,’ we are excited to witness the fresh music and evolving personas that aespa will unveil in this new album,” the agency said. 

In between these albums, the group also released their English-language single “Better Things” in August.

And although no other details about Drama have been provided yet, fans are already looking forward to the group’s new music. 

Drama is set to drop on November 10.

2023 for aespa

Outside of their album releases, aespa alo recently wrapped up their first world concert tour called SYNK: Hyper Line. It included stops across the United States, Asia, and Europe. 

In May, the group made history as the first K-pop act to attend the Cannes Film Festival. The quartet attended the prestigious event as the global ambassador of the luxury Swiss jewelry Chopard. 

Aside from that, aespa also recently collaborated with footwear brand Crocs. 

Featured image: aespa shares photo from filming ‘Better Things.’ Credit: Facebook/aespa

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Here Are All The Winners at the The Fact Music Awards 2023

The winners are here! The prestigious The Fact Music Awards 2023 unfolded on October 10 at Incheon’s Namdong Gymnasium and the event maintained its continuity by featuring the beloved hosting duo of Girls’ Generation’s Seohyun and Jun Hyun Moo. This is the duo’s second successful role as hosts in the previous year.

The Big Winners At The 2023 The Fact Music Awards

As expected, the TMAs brought together a dazzling array of K-pop idols representing various groups and entertainment companies, making it a truly star-studded affair.

SEVENTEEN emerged as one of the most significant winners at this year’s awards ceremony, securing the coveted Daesang (Grand Prize) and earning their place among the ten Artist of the Year (Bonsang) awardees.

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BTS and Lim Young Woong both enjoyed considerable success, each clinching a remarkable five awards during the event. BTS proudly took home accolades for Best Music (Summer), Fan N Star Most Voted, the Fan N Star Choice Award, with individual members Jimin and V securing the Idol Plus Popularity Award and Best Music (Fall), respectively.

Lim Young Woong stood tall with recognition, winning an Artist of the Year (Bonsang) award, in addition to Best Music (Winter), Fan N Star Most Voted, the Fan N Star Choice Award, and the Fan N Star Best Ads Award. The night was filled with well-deserved accolades and exciting moments for these exceptional artists. Check out the full list of winners at The Fact Music Awards 2023.

The Fact Music Awards 2023 Full List

Daesang (Grand Prize): SEVENTEEN

Artist of the Year (Bonsang): aespa, ATEEZ, ITZY, IVE, Lim Young Woong, NewJeans, NMIXX, SEVENTEEN, Stray Kids, TREASURE

Worldwide Icon: aespa

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Best Performer: IVE

Four Star Award: Stray Kids

Listeners’ Choice: NewJeans

Next Leader: RIIZE, ZEROBASEONE

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Best Music (Spring): Lee Chan Won
Best Music (Summer): BTS
Best Music (Fall): BTS’s V
Best Music (Winter): Lim Young Woong

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Idol Plus Popularity Award: BTS’s Jimin

Band Performer of the Year: Jannabi

Solo Performer of the Year: Kwon Eun Bi

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Fan N Star Most Voted: BTS, Lim Young Woong

Fan N Star Choice Award (Group): BTS
Fan N Star Choice Award (Solo): Lim Young Woong

Hottest: BOYNEXTDOOR, xikers

Fan N Star Best Ads Award: Lim Young Woong

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aespa’s Winter Claps Back at Fan Complaining About Dear U. Bubble Absence

Being a K-pop idol is a great job but it also has a lot of demands. For instance, idols are expected to interact with their fans whenever they can. In the case of Winter, one particular fan tried to get the aespa member to interact with them on Dear U. Bubble. Interestingly, the idol had a classy clapback at the demanding fan.

Several SM Entertainment artists have recently expanded their presence on the Weverse platform, allowing for increased interaction with fans through the fan forum community, free of charge. However, despite this expansion, aespa continue to use the Dear. U Bubble service to communicate with their fans.

Dear. U Bubble is a subscription-based service where fans pay a monthly fee to receive exclusive messages from their favorite idols, as well as the opportunity to send replies. Given the paid nature of this service, fans often have expectations regarding the frequency of messages and interactions.

aespa Fan Tries To Get Winter To Return To Bubble

One fan, in particular, expressed their discontent on Weverse, sharing a screenshot of Winter’s last message on Bubble and urging her to send a new one. They persistently requested messages from a specific time frame between 5:32 pm and 5:54 pm. Despite the fan’s somewhat demanding tone, Winter responded to one of their posts at 6:15 pm, displaying remarkable professionalism and courtesy in her reply.

Winter‘s graceful handling of the situation deserves commendation. Despite the fan’s initial rudeness and insistence, Winter remained composed and responded in a polite manner. Her ability to handle such interactions with grace and professionalism reflects well on her as a star and demonstrates her dedication to maintaining a positive connection with her fans. Kudos to Winter for her exemplary response!

In related news, aespa and American footwear brand Crocs recently teamed up to launch its limited edition “Stomp Clogs”.

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